Compositions and methods for treating diabetes
OwnerIsaac Eliazinventor
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Abstract
Low molecular weight modified alginate and/or low molecular weight modified pectin, particularly modified citrus pectin (MCP), is useful in a composition for the treatment of diabetes, when administered to a diabetic individual. For instance, a composition comprising MCP is administered to an individual in an amount sufficient to reduce a parameter associated with diabetes severity, particularly levels of total blood glucose or triglyceride. The composition also may comprise well known pharmacologically acceptable agents, such as sulfured amino acids, cilantro, garlic, minerals, and herbs.
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A method of treating diabetes, comprising administering to an individual having diabetes a composition comprising a modified pectin or a modified alginate, where the modified pectin or modified alginate is administered in an amount sufficient to treat diabetes.
A method of reducing the risk that diabetes will develop in an individual, comprising administering to an individual at risk for developing diabetes a composition comprising a modified pectin or a modified alginate, where the modified pectin or modified alginate is administered in an amount sufficient to reduce the risk that the individual will develop diabetes.
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